Portable Saunas are Convenient and Cost Effective

Many people love the idea of sitting in a sauna and letting the heat drain away their tiredness and rejuvenate their body. However, it's not always convenient or affordable to visit a facility that offers this experience. That's why it's becoming increasingly common for people to buy a portable sauna for use at home. This way they can enjoy this healthy, relaxing experience without breaking the bank. Portable saunas generally cost several thousand dollars less than permanent models.

There are actually several different kinds of portable sauna. The first, which is completely portable, is a folding cabinet type of unit. These products are produced from a fabric that looks sort of like a well insulated tent. There's no need for new plumbing or electrical wiring. You simply plug it into a standard electrical outlet. You sit on a chair that's designed to collapse easily when you're finished. There are special openings that allow your hands and head to stick out from the unit. After you're done, it folds up into a small package, like a box.

Other types of portable saunas are like a sleeping bag or a dome. You lie down under a hard plastic dome or cover yourself up with a special bag-like blanket. Your whole body is covered except for your head. It's a snap to put them away after you're finished your session. The downside, though, is that you are unable to move your arms, so you're basically immobile during the process.

The next option consists of portable saunas that are pre-built. Although they're called portable, they're not designed to be stored away when not in use. Their source of heat is known as far infrared. It's different in that it heats only people and objects without warming the air. They feature a control panel that lets you adjust the temperature and set a timer.

As soon as it's plugged in, the special panels inside begin to produce heat. Although it sounds dangerous to have a source of heat so close to your skin, it's actually completely safe. The heating panels are just warm to the touch, not hot. And infrared heat is most effective when it's used in close proximity.

A portable home sauna does have a few drawbacks. The saunas that are really portable just can't produce the level of a heat that a regular sauna can. Because their walls are so thin, there isn't enough insulation to prevent some heat from escaping. You'll get more heat with a pre-built sauna. But there are those who find the narrow enclosure to be uncomfortably confining. However, portables are a great choice for those who aren't up for the cost and effort of putting in a permanent model.

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March 23 2009 | Home Improvement | No Comments »